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    Forretress

    Official artwork of ForretressBug Steel
    • rain
    • snow
    Forretress is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon
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    Forretress is a Bug and Steel-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. As a Bug and Steel-type Pokémon, Forretress is especially weak against Fire-type moves.

    Forretress's maximum Combat Power stat is 2580 CP, and its best Pokémon GO moves are Bug Bite and Heavy Slam. Forretress encounters are boosted during Rain and Snow weather. Shiny Forretress is available! ✨

    StatsStats

    Max CP2580 CP
    Attack161 ATK
    Defense205 DEF
    Stamina181 HP
    Buddy distance5 km
    ReleasedYes
    Shiny releasedYes

    Forretress Type Chart

    Forretress takes increased damage from:Forretress takes increased damage from:
    +156.0%
    • Fire
    Forretress takes reduced damage from:Forretress takes reduced damage from:
    -37.5%
    • Bug
    • Dragon
    • Fairy
    • Ice
    • Normal
    • Psychic
    • Steel
    -60.9%
    • Grass
    • Poison

    Forretress's Tier Ranking

    Raid AttackerRaid AttackerNot ranked
    Gym DefenderGym DefenderC TierExternal Link
    Bug Bug-type Attacker
    Bug Bite / Heavy Slam    		F TierExternal Link#111
    Steel Steel-type Attacker
    Bug Bite / Heavy Slam    		F TierExternal Link#124

    Forretress's best moves and movesets

    Moves
    Forretress's best moveset is Bug Bite and Heavy Slam, with 9.37 DPS (damage per second) and 188.3 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Rain and Snow weather.
    • DPS9.37
    • TDO188.33
    • Weather
      • rain
      • snow
        #
        Fast Attack
        Charged Attack
        DPS
        TDO
        Score 🔽
        1.BugBug Bite SteelHeavy Slam 9.37188.38.3
        2.BugStruggle Bug SteelHeavy Slam 8.43169.47.5
        3.BugBug Bite GroundEarthquake 8.40168.97.5
        4.ElectricVolt Switch SteelHeavy Slam 8.26166.17.4
        5.BugBug Bite SteelMirror Shot 7.64153.66.8
        6.BugStruggle Bug GroundEarthquake 7.39148.56.6
        7.BugStruggle Bug SteelMirror Shot 7.09142.66.3
        8.ElectricVolt Switch GroundEarthquake 7.01140.86.2
        1 of 2
        Pokédex informationMore information

        The following chart shows Forretress's DPS and TDO for every fast and charge attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Forretress's movesets. You can change the weather and the opposing Pokémon to see how it affects the rankings.

        Legacy Elite Fast and Charge Attacks can only be obtained during special events, or by using an Elite Fast TM or an Elite Charge TM. Legacy moves are marked with an asterisk (*). The table above provides information on different moves Forretress has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

        Fast Attacks

        • BugBug BiteDamage5Energy6Duration0.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Bug Bite
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GrassGrass
            • PsychicPsychic
            • DarkDark
          • 62.5%
            • FightingFighting
            • FlyingFlying
            • PoisonPoison
            • GhostGhost
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • FairyFairy
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage5
          Energy6
          Weather boost
          • rainRain
          Duration0.5s
          Damage window0.3s - 0.5s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage4
          Energy3

          Effects
          Bug Bite has no special effects.
          See Bug Bite details page ↗
        • ElectricVolt SwitchDamage13Energy20Duration1.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Volt Switch
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FlyingFlying
            • WaterWater
          • 62.5%
            • GrassGrass
            • ElectricElectric
            • DragonDragon
          • 39.1%
            • GroundGround
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage13
          Energy20
          Weather boost
          • rainRain
          Duration1.5s
          Damage window0.6s - 0.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage12
          Energy16

          Effects
          Volt Switch has no special effects.
          See Volt Switch details page ↗
        • BugStruggle BugDamage15Energy15Duration1.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Struggle Bug
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GrassGrass
            • PsychicPsychic
            • DarkDark
          • 62.5%
            • FightingFighting
            • FlyingFlying
            • PoisonPoison
            • GhostGhost
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • FairyFairy
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage15
          Energy15
          Weather boost
          • rainRain
          Duration1.5s
          Damage window1.2s - 1.5s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage9
          Energy8

          Effects
          Struggle Bug has no special effects.
          See Struggle Bug details page ↗

        Charged Moves

        • GroundEarthquakeDamage140Energy100Duration3.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Earthquake
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • PoisonPoison
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • ElectricElectric
          • 62.5%
            • BugBug
            • GrassGrass
          • 39.1%
            • FlyingFlying
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage140
          Energy100
          Weather boost
          • sunnySunny
          Duration3.5s
          Damage window2.6s - 3.4s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage110
          Energy65

          Effects
          Earthquake has no special effects.
          See Earthquake details page ↗
        • RockRock TombDamage65Energy50Duration3.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Rock Tomb
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FlyingFlying
            • BugBug
            • FireFire
            • IceIce
          • 62.5%
            • FightingFighting
            • GroundGround
            • SteelSteel
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage65
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
          Duration3.0s
          Damage window2.0s - 2.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage80
          Energy50

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Rock Tomb has a 100.0% chance to:

          • Decrease Target's Attack by 20.0%
          See Rock Tomb details page ↗
        • GroundSand TombDamage60Energy33Duration4.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Sand Tomb
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • PoisonPoison
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • ElectricElectric
          • 62.5%
            • BugBug
            • GrassGrass
          • 39.1%
            • FlyingFlying
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage60
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • sunnySunny
          Duration4.0s
          Damage window1.7s - 4.0s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage25
          Energy40

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Sand Tomb has a 100.0% chance to:

          • Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
          See Sand Tomb details page ↗
        • SteelHeavy SlamDamage70Energy50Duration2.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Heavy Slam
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • RockRock
            • IceIce
            • FairyFairy
          • 62.5%
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • WaterWater
            • ElectricElectric
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage70
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • snowSnow
          Duration2.0s
          Damage window1.4s - 1.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage70
          Energy50

          Effects
          Heavy Slam has no special effects.
          See Heavy Slam details page ↗
        • SteelMirror ShotDamage50Energy33Duration2.5s
          Toggle more information for move: Mirror Shot
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • RockRock
            • IceIce
            • FairyFairy
          • 62.5%
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • WaterWater
            • ElectricElectric
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage50
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • snowSnow
          Duration2.5s
          Damage window1.9s - 2.3s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage35
          Energy35

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Mirror Shot has a 30.0% chance to:

          • Decrease Target's Attack by 20.0%
          See Mirror Shot details page ↗

        Special CP Values

        CP Chart

        Forretress's has 2580 max CP (at Level 50). A Forretress obtained from Raids can be encountered from 1236 CP to 1304 CP, or if weather boosted, in the 1545 CP to 1630 CP range. In Field and Special Research, Forretress can be found in the 927 CP to 978 CP range.

        Max CPMax CP2580 CP
        Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
        Field ResearchResearch927 CP - 978 CP
        Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Pokémon EggEggs1236 CP - 1304 CP
        Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Raid catchRaids1236 CP - 1304 CP
        Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        1545 CP - 1630 CP
        Weather boosted, Level 25, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        InfoMore information
        • Field and Special Research encounters are always Level 15. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Field Research encounters have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
        • Pokémon hatched from Eggs are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Egg Hatches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
        • Raid Bosses caught without weather boost are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
          • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
        • Raid Bosses caught with weather boost are always Level 25. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Weather boosted Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
          • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
        • Wild encounters range from Level 1 to Level 30 Pokémon. Their IVs range from 0 (min) to 15 (max) for each stat.
        • Weather Boosted wild Pokémon encounters get a 5 Level boost, bringing their Level range to Level 6 to Level 35. In addition, they have a guaraneed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.

        Max CP Chart

        CP Chart

        Max Combat Power per Level chart

        Forretress Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50.

        LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
        132 CP2101 CP3170 CP
        4238 CP5307 CP6376 CP
        7445 CP8514 CP9583 CP
        10652 CP11717 CP12782 CP
        13847 CP14913 CP15978 CP
        161043 CP171108 CP181173 CP
        191239 CP201304 CP211369 CP
        221434 CP231500 CP241565 CP
        251630 CP261695 CP271760 CP
        281826 CP291891 CP301956 CP
        311989 CP322021 CP332054 CP
        342087 CP352119 CP362152 CP
        372184 CP382217 CP392250 CP
        402282 CP412311 CP422340 CP
        432370 CP442399 CP452429 CP
        462459 CP472489 CP482519 CP
        492549 CP502580 CP

        Forretress evolution chart

        Family
        PokémonRequiresEvolution
        Thumbnail image of PinecoPineco
        • 50 Candy50 Candy
        		Thumbnail image of ForretressForretress
        • Pineco evolves into Forretress which costs 50 Candy.

        Forretress family

        A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Forretress in Pokémon GO. Includes evolutions, regional, and form variations.

        Official artwork of PinecoPineco
        Official artwork of ForretressForretress
        Shadow Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Shadow PinecoShadow Pineco
        Shadow Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Shadow ForretressShadow Forretress

        Forretress in the meta

        Forretress in the meta

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        Mega Pokémon that boost Forretress

        Photobomb

        A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Forretress's Bug and Steel-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Forretress.

        Bug Bug

        Steel Steel

        Pokédex informationMore information

        Mega and Primal Raid Bonus –Mega Pokémon boost the attack power of all other Pokémon when battling in Raid Battles by 10%. Attacks that share their type with the Mega Pokémon's type(s) receive a 30% boost. However, these bonuses do not stack if there are multiple Mega-Evolved Pokémon battling simultaneously; only the higher boost will be applied.

        Mega and Primal Catch Bonus –While a Pokémon is Mega-Evolved, additional XP and Candy is granted when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it, or for any raid boss caught. These do not stack with each other. Additionally, High and Max Level Mega-Evolved Pokémon grant an increased chance to obtain Candy XL when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it.

        Note on Primal Kyogre, Primal Groudon, and Mega Rayquaza
        • Primal Kyogre boosts Water-, Electric- and Bug-type attacks and Pokémon.
        • Primal Groudon boosts Fire-, Grass- and Ground-type attacks and Pokémon.
        • Mega Rayquaza boosts Flying-, Dragon- and Psychic-type attacks and Pokémon.

        Catch Rates

        Catch Rates

        The base catch rate for Forretress in Pokémon GO is 16.74%, calculated for catching a Level 20 with no berries. Curved Great throw has a 37.32% chance to catch, and adding a Razz Berry raises that to 50.38%.

        CogConfigure
                  NormalNiceGreatExcellent
                  No Berry
                  		-16.74%19.00%24.03%28.75%
                  Curve26.76%30.10%37.32%43.79%
                  Razz BerryRazz Berry
                  		-24.03%27.09%33.78%39.85%
                  Curve37.32%41.56%50.38%57.86%
                  Silver Pinap BerrySilver Pinap Berry
                  		- 28.09%31.56%39.02%45.67%
                  Curve42.91%47.52%56.87%64.55%
                  Golden Razz BerryGolden Razz Berry
                  		- 36.74%40.94%49.69%57.14%
                  Curve54.09%59.15%68.90%76.32%
                  InfoMore information

                  Catch probability with multiple throws

                  In order to help Trainers understand their overall odds when catching Forretress, we enable the functionality to showing the total chance to catch it depending on the number of available throws. We calculate this chance as if you repeated the same throw N-number of times.

                  To activate this functionality, change the number of Number of throws to a value greater than 1. The Number of throws option is available in the configuration options above the chart

                  Catch rate formula

                  Pokémon GO catch rate formula can be expressed as follows:

                  • CATCH_MULTIPLIERS = ball * curve * berry * throwType * (type1Medal + type2Medal / 2)
                  • CATCH_RATE = 1 - Math.pow(1 - baseCatchRate / (2 * cpm), CATCH_MULTIPLIERS)

                  There are different multipliers that come into play when calculating catch rate.

                  Curved throws are more effective than regular throws, stronger types of Poké Ball have a higher catch rate, and using a Razz Berry or a Golden Razz Berry also improves your chances.

                  Catch rate multipliers

                  The following table shows all the different catch rate multipliers in Pokémon GO:

                  MultiplierAmount
                  Razz Berry1.5
                  Silver Pinap Berry1.8
                  Golden Razz Berry2.5
                  Curveball1.7
                  Nice Throw1.15
                  Great Throw1.5
                  Excellent Throw1.85
                  PokéBall1.0
                  Premier Ball1.0
                  Great Ball1.5
                  Ultra Ball2.0
                  Bronze medal1.1
                  Silver medal1.2
                  Gold medal1.3

                  Pokédex information

                  Johto
                  Pokédex Number#205
                  Height1.19 m
                  Weight125.8 kg
                  RegionGeneration 2
                  Can be tradedAllowed
                  Pokémon Home transferAllowed
                  Base Catch Rate20%
                  Base Flee Rate0%
                  Catch rewards
                  Candy5
                  Stardust300
                  Additional Move Cost
                  Candy75
                  Stardust75000

                  Size information

                  XXSXSMXLXXL
                  Forretress scaled to 0.593x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Forretress scaled to 0.6x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Forretress scaled to 0.95x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Scaled Human Trainer to 170 cmForretress scaled to 1.3x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Forretress scaled to 1.475x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)
                  0.58 m0.6 m1.19 m1.79 m2.08 m

                  Forretress's height ranges from 0.58 m to 2.08 m, with the average being 1.19 m. The illustration shows a comparison with a 1.70 m (5′07″) tall Trainer. Max height has been limited to 450px for rendering purposes.

                  Size bounds

                  This table shows the size bounds of Forretress in Pokémon GO. The size bounds are the minimum and maximum values for each size category.

                  SizeLower boundUpper bound
                  XXS0.5831 m0.595 m
                  1′11″1′11″
                  XS0.595 m1.19 m
                  1′11″3′11″
                  M0.8925 m1.4875 m
                  2′11″4′11″
                  XL1.4875 m1.785 m
                  4′11″5′10″
                  XXL1.785 m2.0825 m
                  5′10″6′10″

                  Encounter data

                  Movement typeMOVEMENT_HOVERING
                  Movement Timer11s
                  Jump Time2s
                  Attack Probability10.0%
                  Attack Timer20s
                  Dodge Probability15.0%
                  Dodge Duration0.0s
                  Dodge Distance0.9
                  Min Action Frequency1s
                  Max Action Frequency2s

                  Forretress Pokédex entries

                  Johto
                  VersionsPokédex entry
                  GoldIts entire body is shielded by a steel-hard shell. What lurks inside the armor is a total mystery.
                  SilverIt remains immova­ bly rooted to its tree. It scatters pieces of its hard shell to drive its enemies away.
                  CrystalUsually found hanging on to a fat tree trunk. It shoots out bits of its shell when it sees action.
                  Ruby, SapphireFORRETRESS conceals itself inside its hardened steel shell. The shell is opened when the POKéMON is catching prey, but it does so at such a quick pace that the shell’s inside cannot be seen.
                  EmeraldIt keeps itself inside its steel shell. The shell is opened when it is catching prey, but it is so quick that the shell’s inside cannot be seen.
                  FireRedIt remains immovably rooted to its tree. It scatters pieces of its hard shell to drive its enemies away.
                  LeafGreenIts entire body is shielded by a steel- hard shell. What lurks inside the armor is a total mystery.
                  Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2It is encased in a steel shell. Its peering eyes are all that can be seen of its mysterious innards.
                  HeartGoldIts entire body is shielded by a steel-hard shell. What lurks inside this shell is a total mystery.
                  SoulSilverIt remains immovably rooted to its tree. It scatters pieces of its hard shell to drive its enemies away.
                  XIt is encased in a steel shell. Its peering eyes are all that can be seen of its mysterious innards.
                  YIt remains immovably rooted to its tree. It scatters pieces of its hard shell to drive its enemies away.
                  Omega Ruby, Alpha SapphireForretress conceals itself inside its hardened steel shell. The shell is opened when the Pokémon is catching prey, but it does so at such a quick pace that the shell’s inside cannot be seen.
                  Ultra SunWhen something approaches it, it fires off fragments of its steel shell in attack. This is not a conscious action but a conditioned reflex.
                  Ultra MoonIn the moment that it gulps down its prey, the inside of its shell is exposed, but to this day, no one has ever seen that sight.

                  Sprites

                  Photobomb

                  Regular and Shiny Forretress

                  Forretress high resolution sprites

                  A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Forretress. Sprite description is a best guess on what the sprite is related to, use your own judgment. Click to download full 512x512 resolution.

                  Wallpaper

                  ForretressForretressForretressForretress

                  Frequently Asked Questions

                  What are Forretress’s strengths and weaknesses?

                  As a Bug and Steel-type Pokémon, Forretress is especially weak against Fire-type moves.

                  What are the best moves for Forretress in Pokémon GO?

                  The best moves for Forretress in Pokémon GO are Bug Bite and Heavy Slam. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 9.37 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 188.326.

                  How does Forretress perform in Raids?

                  Forretress's Raid attacker tier is currently not known, has no viable moves, or it is too low to be ranked.

                  How does Forretress rank as a Bug-type attacker?

                  Forretress is an F-Tier Bug-type attacker and not recommended for Raid battles.

                  How does Forretress rank as a Steel-type attacker?

                  Forretress is an F-Tier Steel-type attacker and not recommended for Raid battles.

                  What Mega Pokémon boost Forretress?

                  The following Mega Pokémon boost Forretress: Mega Beedrill, Mega Pinsir, Mega Scizor, Mega Heracross, Primal Kyogre, Mega Steelix, Mega Scizor, Mega Mawile, Mega Aggron, and Mega Lucario.

                  What is Forretress’s maximum CP at Level 40 and Level 50?

                  Forretress’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 2282 CP and 2580 CP at Level 50.

                  Can Forretress be shiny in Pokémon GO?

                  Forretress can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

                  Can Forretress Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

                  Forretress cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.